03 September 2017

Spending a Day In Durham

Durham is somewhere I've never really explored before, which is weird considering it's no more than half an hours drive from me. Durham is quite a historic city with lots of beautiful buildings and a story behind each one. So, what does Durham have to offer?

Market Square & Shopping

Personally I'd start your journey in market square. From here you have access to various little streets and markets. In durham you can expect a lot of independent stores and boutiques, but you can also find more main stream stores, especially at Prince Bishops Shopping Centre. The narrow and winding streets are also packed with local cafes and restaurants, so you're truly spoilt for choice!

Durham Cathedral & Castle

No trip to Durham is complete without a visit to the cathedral. The cathedral is free to enter, but donations are welcome. You can also have a wander around the cathedral grounds which has it's own little cafe if you want to stop for a coffee! Afterwards you can wander through to the castle, which is actually now part of Durham University. This does mean you have to book a tour if you're planning to visit.

Take a Walk Around the River Wear or Hire a Boat

The view from Framwellgate bridge is a must see in Durham. Not only do you get a stunning view of the river and scenery, but you can also see the Cathedral and Castle to the left. But, if the view isn't enough, you can take a relaxing stroll around the river banks, or you can even hire a rowing boat and take a trip down it!

Your photos of Durham are so atmospheric, Terri! I have visited once, a couple of summers ago, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the city! There was a fabulous vintage style ice cream bar there that I wish I could remember the name of! Fab post, really enjoyed reading!

Absolutely stunning photos 😍 It's also really cool how modern stuff is integrated in to the old. There's often gold to be found right under our noses and we often don't realise! I definitely need to explore the county where we live more.

I've never been to Durham before but I'm loving the look of it, especially the views from the river! I'm planning on going to more places around Britain so this would be a nice place to add to the list.

Oh, my little sister is going to Durham University's open day in 2 weeks and I'm going with her. I'd absolutely go back to this post then when I'm actually in Durham! Haha. But really, Durham is such a lovely place and also may I say, your pictures are stunning, hun! Great post xx Ain (www.captaineverland.co.uk)

Wow I've never visited before but it looks STUNNING, either that or you have the most fabulous photography and editing skills! Haha seriously tho your photos are beautiful, what do you use to take them and edit?! It's made me want to visit so bad... I do love to travel, I definitely want to explore more! XxBecky Shannon xx - Life-by-Becky

I love Durham! I went to the University of Sunderland and headed into the city a few times but not as much as I'd liked to have done, which is a shame as it was right on my doorstep and now it's a long drive away! x